In October, I joined forces with fellow Arthritis Foundation advocates to testify on step therapy reform. We traveled to the Massachusetts State House in Boston and shared our stories with legislators. Testifying at a bill hearing may seem intimidating, but here are my tips for making it less scary.
Legislators want to hear from their constituents. They appreciate you taking the time to come and weigh in on a bill that matters to you. It if helps you, bring notes to reference.
Remember, its impossible for legislators to know about every bill being debate, so it is our job to educate our legislators on what is happening to the millions of Americans with arthritis.
立法者并不指望你了解法案的所有内容。当他们问你一个问题而你不知道答案的时候，你可以说:“我不确定，但我会继续问你以得到答案。”那么从关节炎基金会的工作人员可以帮助找到答案!
没有人比你更了解你的故事了。
That is why you are at the hearing to testify; to share your story and to show how the legislation can impact millions of patients just like you.
You have the chance to make a difference and you CAN do it! With these tips, you’ll be ready to share your story and advocate on legislation that would make a difference to the arthritis community. Remember, elected officials are just like you and me!
You cantake action today by sending a message to your legislatorabout federal step therapy reform via the Action Center. With just a few minutes, you can let your elected officials know that you support breaking down barriers to care for people with arthritis.